Monthly Archives for February 2016
Valentine’s Day Chocolate
Valentine’s Day in Japan is an interesting experience. In the picture my friend made chocolate for all her friends and called it Giri Choco. I was entertained by it, but didn’t know what that meant. I asked what the difference … Continue reading
Don Quixote (ドンキホーテ）
Don Quixote is a super market store that is found all over Japan. Walking into the store you’ll hear this catchy jingle that goes “don don don don ki, donki ho-te.” This place is awesome in the sense that you … Continue reading
Stamp Seal, Hanko (判子）
If you plan on living in Japan as a student, worker etc., then you’ll need a hanko (判子)/inkan( 印鑑) or stamp seal. It is used like a signature and there will be designated places in official documents to place your seal. … Continue reading
Kabuto and Jinbaori at Osaka Castle
Osaka castle was remodeled to be a museum with exhibits on the history of the castle. This is due to the fact that the castle was destroyed many times because of the battles that happened on the grounds like the … Continue reading
Totoro Store
My Neighbor Totoro is a classic Studio Ghibli movie that is loved by many and in Japan you can find shops like the one in the picture in random places. These Studio Ghibli specialty shops have a variety of goods … Continue reading